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My cousin has been in this country for 10 years working and paying taxes! How can I help her.
answered on Feb 17, 2017
Unfortunately you can't file for your cousin. But, your cousin should consider scheduling a consultation with a lawyer to discuss her options.
answered on Mar 3, 2017
All in all, the processes are about equal. Whichever way you decide, you should talk with an immigration attorney for at least some initial guidance on the requirements. There are many immigration attorneys in and around Alexandria, and those outside of the area will likely be able to do a phone... View More 
Would any of those charges prevent me from entering the country under trumps new law? Thank you
answered on Feb 11, 2017
You need to consult with an immigration attorney before leaving the country. The recent executive orders are broad enough to potentially include permanent residents. However, Trump aside, you still need to discuss the potential impact of these charges on your current immigration status and any... View More
before releasing me now my hearing is sechdual in 2022 with this new crackdown can ice detain me again and put me in jail until the hearing which is in 5years? i wasn't illegal ever i m in removal process for 3gm marijuana charges?
answered on Mar 3, 2017
If you were to be detained, your case would be moved up and heard faster. This is serious stuff. Drug charges are among the most detrimental to an immigration status. If you don't have an immigration attorney assisting in your defense, you need to get one immediately. There are many... View More
My husband is ex Marine but yet to recieved or grant for green and citizenship in USA, so we should proceed to fill I-130 and I-485 or what we should do?
answered on Feb 5, 2017
Do you mean the judge terminated proceedings? Or did he or she grant you a waiver? If so, what kind of waiver? (there are many!) You should sit down with an immigration attorney for a consultation. Many of us offer free consultations as these issues can be very fact specific.
answered on Jan 26, 2017
Unfortunately this isn't an immigration law question. It also really depends on what you mean by "sheltering". I would check with your local congressional representative in your state.
He has been in the U.S. illegally for 4 years. We are expecting a child at the time. How can we make this possible?
answered on Jan 12, 2017
If your partner was admitted into the USA with a visa you can sponsor him to adjust status from inside the USA. If he was not admitted he may currently be eligible for a provisional waiver. However, the provisional waiver was enacted by an Obama executive order and may soon be cancelled as an... View More
I am applying for my mom's citizenship, and have a question on Part 12 of the form. She never worked anywhere, but was my dependent on tax returns throughout. Should i answer "No" to question 6 and 7(a) "Yes" and 7(b) "No" ?
Please advise.
answered on Nov 29, 2016
From the information provided here, that appears to be correct, but she will need to provide a written statement (per the instructions for Part 12 on page 11) explaining why she answered "yes" to 7(a). Consider consulting with an immigration attorney who can review her entire situation... View More
My boyfriend came here January 2006 on a work visa. He had an order of removal in 2011. I'm not sure if he was aware of this at the time. He had a Dui in WV on 5/5/13. He was just convicted of another DUI and destruction of property(misdeamenor) on 10/13/16. He had a 48 hour sentence and was... View More
answered on Oct 27, 2016
He may have some options, but the process is going to move quickly because of his misdemeanor record and prior removal order. You need to contact an immigration attorney to review his case, especially the circumstances around his 2011 removal order and whether that can be rescinded. An important... View More
How do I approach the petition process? Should I do the DNA test first and include the results with the application?
answered on Oct 21, 2016
You could file the I-130 with additional evidence that she is your daughter. In the meantime, you could get DNA test. It really depends on how fast you plan to get the DNA test done. If you think it will take a while, file the I-130, if you can get it done quickly, then waiting would make sense.
Im resident my husband is illegal he got a court on november for no license he has a international license from kentucky but the police didnt accepted i guess thats why he send him to court for no license can he be deported ?
answered on Sep 29, 2016
The level of risk to being detained by ICE depends on his criminal history, his immigration history and particularly the local law enforcement in your area. If you are a permanent resident, have you discussed with a lawyer whether you are eligible to file for your husband to get his green card?... View More
My parents are holding green card from 2014. They are aware of the fact that they need to wait for 5 years before they can apply for citizenship, but need to confirm if there is any exception for this rule for seniors an the can apply after there continuous stay requirement is fulfilled or they... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2016
Yes, they must wait for the regular 5 year period. Generally, the only time age is a factor is when it relates to the English and Civics requirements. For example, persons over 65 who have also been LPRs for 20 years do not have to take the English test, and they receive an easier version of the... View More
Hi I came to the United States in 2005 on a F-1 student visa. I got married to a united states citizen in 2009. We lived together for about a year before we started having marital problems. I left SC & moved to VA but never filed for divorce &she did not either. During the time we had... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2016
You appear to have some possible options based on your marriage. However, without reviewing your entire immigration history and knowing the other details of your story, it's not possible to give a full diagnosis on this public website. Consider consulting with an immigration attorney near... View More
Is there any faster method than simply completing the following forms, paying appropriate fees and sending them in with all required documents which can be submitted at the same time in one package?
1) I-130, Application to Petition for Alien Relative - $420
1a) Passport-type... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2016
There is no expedited process for this type of case. Without knowing the entire situation, I can't advise as to whether your application is complete. Consider speaking with an immigration attorney to help review your forms.
answered on Sep 12, 2016
I don't think it is an automatic red flag, but it is certainly of interest for USCIS or the consular officer - they are trying to decide whether this is a legitimate marriage, and there may be clues as to the legitimacy within the prenup. Consider speaking with an immigration attorney about... View More
My father and I are US citizens, is there something we can do to prevent deportation
answered on Sep 8, 2016
If you are a US citizen, then the US government cannot deport you. Is there someone else you are thinking about?
answered on Sep 7, 2016
Unfortunately, having a US citizen child does not confer any immigration benefits for the parents. The baby can't file for parents until he or she is 21 years old. But perhaps there are other options for you through employment if you are on a L-1B visa. Consider a consultation with an... View More
my husband got 2 years green card through me. I got pregnant by accident with my friend when I went to the party. I dont want to abort the baby and not want to leave my husband. once my baby is born I want to put my friend name on the birth certificate. does it affect my husband when I renew the... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2016
One way or another, in order to remove the conditions on his residence at the end of two years, your husband will have to prove to USCIS that he entered into marriage with you in good faith. His burden will be more difficult in this instance, but it is not necessarily impossible. When it is time... View More
My dad works in the circus and he has a p1 visa. Therefore, I legally study in the US. My visa has expired one year ago on my passport. I read p4 dependent visa can stay or study as long as p1 visa holder stays or works in the US. But my friend's mother told me that I'm an undocumented... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2016
Even though the P-1 may have been extended, I believe the P-4 dependent still needs to seek approved extensions of the visa using USCIS Form I-539. You need to consult with an immigration attorney immediately to review your visa, documents, and situation to see what steps you need to take to come... View More
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